In light of the ongoing political situation within our country, the Lord Mayor of Honiara City Council, Cr. Eddie Kasuteé Siapu has urged all residents and visitors to remain calm, maintain peace, and continue their daily activities without disruption. “Our beautiful city has always been a beacon of resilience and unity, and it is during…
As the countdown towards next Tuesday’s motion of no confidence gets underway, citizens of this country have been reminded to remain calm and respect the democratic process. The appeal came from the Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele and Opposition Leader Matthew Wale. In parliament on Tuesday before a special adjournment was approved, both leaders called on…
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has urged members of the Pacific Islands Telecommunications Association (PITA) to address the ongoing challenge of internet accessibility across the region. Speaking during the official opening of PITA’s 29th Annual General Meeting, Business Forum, and Expo 2025 at the Aquatic Centre, King George Six on Monday evening, PM Manele said internet…
The reigning champions Central Coast Football Club (FC) have already sent out a strong message in their Super League 2025 season campaign. This was when they humiliated FC Juniper Tree with a commanding 5-0 victory in their opening match on Sunday at Lawson Tama stadium. The victory has sent a strong tone for their title…
Former Minister of Finance and Treasury, Manasseh Sogavare, has dismissed claims he resigned to contest the Prime Minister’s (PM) seat. Sogavare is among five ministers from the Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) and five backbenchers who resigned on Monday. The ministers who resigned include: Manasseh Maelanga – Minister of Infrastructure Development (MID) Rollen…
Officials from Honiara met with Korea’s Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries and others in Seoul last week to discuss a possible collaboration on the Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant project. Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources Permanent Secretary Dr Christain Ramofafia, Ronald Ivupitu, Chief Engineer Solomon Islands Ports Authority, and Fred Conning, Technical Services Coordinator…
Following the conclusion of the Honiara Rugby Union Association (HRUA) Easter 7s 2025, the association is set to host another major rugby competition this month. HRUA confirmed that the Men’s 15s competition is set to kick off on Thursday May 1st at the Town Ground Rugby Stadium, West Honiara. The competition will feature a total…
Global ICT and Office Suppliers have proudly donated a new set of official uniform to the Southern United Football Club (SUFC) for the 2025 S-League season as a heartwarming gesture of support for local sports. At the event, Peter Hirumae., Managing Director of Global ICT and Office Suppliers formally handed over the official uniform to…
The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is conducting a three-day Conservation Partnership Workshop in Buala, Isabel this week. The workshop bring together a diverse group of stakeholders to enhance conservation initiatives throughout the province. The workshop aims to create a collaborative conservation model that promotes long-term environmental sustainability, bolsters local governance, and improves community livelihoods. Dr. Pete…
Fujian Province in China pledges to offer more scholarships to young people from Western Province. This following a commitment made during a one-day meeting between Fujian officials and the Western Provincial Government (WPG) in Gizo on Tuesday. Hon. Li Dejin, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Fujian Provincial People’s Congress said, education is…